Senior Project Manager

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for planning, managing and coordinating multiple public and private construction projects. Responsible for the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation while developing the best methods to ensure team support and effective communication.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• PRECONSTRUCTION –
  • Carefully review and become familiar with project plans and specifications.
  • Review initial budget with estimator (corresponding to the Contract amount) and insure it has been correctly transferred to HeavyJob.
  • Prepare the project baseline schedule (MS Project or Primavera).
  • Prepare internal crew activity schedule for integration to the Civil Master Schedule (MS Project).
  • Participate in the EZ (<$500K), Pre-Job Planning Meeting, or the Stand and Deliver (>$5MM). This will require assisting the estimator in meeting preparation and presentation.  The project manager should have an in-depth understanding of the project prior to the meeting.
  • Facilitate project buyout. The project manager will insure all subcontracts are properly prepared and executed prior to the subcontractor mobilizing to the project site.
  • Prepare material submittals, shop drawings, and project plans for submittal to Owner/GC.
  • Attend the Owner/GC preconstruction meeting

• CONSTRUCTION –
  • Coordinate material deliveries and subcontractor mobilizations with Civil superintendent or foreman.
  • Daily Use with the following programs: HeavyBid, HeavyJob, Agtek, Plangrid, Viewpoint.
  • Routinely update project schedules (Resource schedules updated weekly at minimum).
  • Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment to Owner/GC.
  • Review and approve subcontractor and material vendor invoices.
  • Track changes and prepare change order proposals where necessary for submittal to the Owner/GC. Obtain client approval prior to performing an additional work.
  • Review and approve timecards daily. Insure the proper cost codes are being utilized and the reported quantities are accurate.
  • Perform monthly cost projections.

• PROJECT CLOSEOUT –
  • Prepare the project Exit Strategy (at 80% complete) and discuss with the Civil project team to insure everyone has a clear understanding of what is required.
  • Insure closeout documentation is submitted to Owner/GC to include as-builts, lien releases, final applications for payment/retainage, and warranties where applicable.
  • Prepare Post Job Review and disseminate to Civil project team. Discuss successes and potential areas of improvement.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering preferred but not required
• 5+ years’ experience managing multiple commercial, Federal, State and Local Municipalities including Army Corps of Engineers and other government entities.
• Ability to lead, direct, Estimate change orders and work with other Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers on multiple projects.
• Experience utilizing industry relevant software: Heavy Bid, Heavy Job, Viewpoint, Agtek, and Plangrid.
• Maintain valid Driver’s License to legally operate a motor vehicle and qualify for company auto insurance.
• Ability to pass a background investigation and drug screening

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (hard hat, eye and ear protection, safety vest, gloves, dust mask or respirator, fall protection gear, etc.). Ability to work in varying outdoor weather conditions.